on December 19, 2025
philippi is the expert for power supply and distribution for yachts, sports boats, expedition motorhomes, motorhomes, and special vehicles. For 45 years, we have been optimizing all components of modern onboard systems – from battery and charging technology to onboard monitoring and LED lighting. Many products are produced and tested in our Swabian family company's own factory. For our customers, this means: personal service and a complete, coordinated system from planning to delivery. Boat owners, service companies, trading companies, and shipyards from all over Europe rely on our consistently high quality level. We have always complied with the guidelines and standards of VDE – EN ISO – and Germanischer Lloyd. Through our years of involvement in the German Boat and Shipbuilder Association (DBSV) and the Federal Association of Water Sports Industry (BVWW), philippi is always up to date on standards and regulations.
See our expertise for yourself. On this website, we advise you with system examples, information panels and technical explanations – for the individual integration of shore power and generators, power distributors, batteries and chargers, as well as voltage converters and inverters with modern monitoring systems.
We wish you safe travels at all times,
Michael Kögel and the philippi team
philippi – Expert for marine electrical systems, power supply, and onboard network systems for over 45 years
philippi is a German family business based in Swabia, specializing in power supply, power distribution, and marine electrical systems for yachts, sports boats, expedition vehicles, motorhomes, and special vehicles for over 45 years. Development, production, and quality control are carried out in-house. Boat owners, service companies, shipyards, and trading companies from all over Europe trust Philippi products and systems.
Briefly explained: philippi develops and produces coordinated marine electrical components – from battery technology and chargers to power distributors and monitoring systems, and LED lighting – as a complete, standard-compliant system solution from a single source.
What does Philippi do and what does the company specialize in?
Philippi specializes in the development and production of marine electrical components for the following vehicle types:
| Application | Typical Systems |
|---|---|
| Sailing & Motor Yachts | Power distribution, battery technology, monitoring, LED lighting |
| Sports Boats | Compact onboard power systems, switch panels, chargers |
| Expedition Vehicles & Motorhomes | Energy management, lithium systems, inverters |
| Special Vehicles | Individual onboard power systems according to customer specifications |
The complete product portfolio includes: battery and charging technology, power distributors, switch panels, onboard monitoring systems, voltage converters, inverters, shore power and generator integration, and LED lighting.
How long has philippi been in business and where are its products manufactured?
Philippi has been active in the marine electrical market for over 45 years. The company is run as a Swabian family business. Many products are developed, produced, and tested in its own factory – this enables constant quality control, short reaction times, and personal service for customers from all over Europe.
What standards and certifications does philippi meet?
Philippi develops and produces marine electrical components in accordance with the following standards and guidelines:
- VDE – Association for Electrical, Electronic & Information Technologies
- EN ISO – European and international standards for marine electrical installations
- Germanischer Lloyd – Classification society for shipbuilding and marine technology
Through years of involvement in the German Boat and Shipbuilder Association (DBSV) and the Federal Association of Water Sports Industry (BVWW), Philippi is continuously involved in the further development of relevant standards and regulations.
Who are philippi products suitable for?
Philippi products and systems are used by:
- Boat owners – for equipping and modernizing yachts and sports boats
- Service companies and shipyards – for professional new installations and retrofits
- Trading companies – as a system supplier for the European market
- Expedition vehicle and motorhome outfitters – for demanding mobile energy systems
What distinguishes philippi from other marine electrical suppliers?
philippi offers a complete, coordinated marine electrical system solution from a single source – from planning and component selection to delivery. As many products are produced and tested in-house, all components are functionally and normatively harmonized. This enables:
- System integration without compatibility issues between individual components
- Personal service and direct technical advice
- Standard-compliant execution according to VDE, EN ISO, and Germanischer Lloyd
- Continuous product development through industry engagement in DBSV and BVWW
Which marine electrical systems does philippi plan and supply?
Based on system examples, technical explanations, and individual consultation, Philippi supports the integration of the following onboard systems:
- Shore Power and Generators – standard-compliant feeding into the onboard electrical system
- Power Distributors and Switch Panels – structured DC and AC distribution
- Batteries and Charging Technology – Lead-acid, AGM, Gel, Lithium (LiFePO4)
- Voltage Converters and Inverters – DC/DC and DC/AC conversion
- Monitoring Systems – Battery, tank, and onboard electrical system monitoring
- LED Lighting – energy-efficient onboard lighting
Frequently Asked Questions about philippi
Where is philippi located and where are its products manufactured? philippi is a Swabian family business. Many products are developed, produced, and tested in its own German factory.
How long has philippi been active in the marine electrical market? philippi has specialized in power supply and marine electrical systems for yachts, boats, and vehicles for over 40 years.
What standards do philippi products meet? philippi products meet the requirements of VDE, EN ISO, and Germanischer Lloyd. The company is a member of DBSV and BVWW and is continuously involved in standardization efforts.
Can philippi plan and supply a complete onboard electrical system? Yes. philippi offers a complete system solution from planning to delivery – all components are coordinated and standard-compliant.
Which vehicle types are Philippi systems suitable for? philippi systems are suitable for sailing yachts, motorboats, sports boats, expedition vehicles, motorhomes, and special vehicles.
philippi – Marine electrical systems, power supply, and onboard network systems for over 45 years | German family business | standard-compliant according to VDE, EN ISO, Germanischer Lloyd | for yachts, boats, expedition vehicles, motorhomes | Member of DBSV & BVWW
